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Last updated: August 25, 2026, 12:03 AM ET

Padres Ownership Change

The San Diego Padres introduced their new era Monday, as co-owners Jose E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones held an energetic press conference, calling the franchise's purchase a "family investment" and vowing to spend "ambitiously" to build a contender.

Rosters and Injuries Across the League

The Diamondbacks got a boost of hope, saying All-Star Ketel Marte could return next week, roughly two weeks after his sudden departure from the team. Meanwhile, Arizona's pitching staff took a hit, placing veteran right-hander Michael Soroka on the 10-day IL with right shoulder inflammation.

Seattle's rookie shortstop Colt Emerson is out for the season after scheduled surgery Wednesday, but right-hander Bryan Woo will make his scheduled start. The Mariners' injury news comes after another brutal defeat — Bryce Miller was crushed in his start as Chicago pounded Seattle 19-2, days after a 22-0 loss to Milwaukee.

The Rockies placed left-hander Kyle Freeland on the 15-day injured list with a pinched nerve, one day after he left a start against the Dodgers in the fourth inning. The Yankees are optimistic about left-hander Ryan Weathers' forearm recovery, though he hit the 15-day IL with a flexor strain; he still expects a return this season.

Managers and Front Office News

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada missed Sunday's game due to a family emergency, per bench coach Omar Lopez, who said Espada had "probably one of the worst nights of his life." López filled in.

The Astros also made a major front-office move: Dana Brown is out as general manager, announced Monday, following the team's recent skid.

Phillies Surge

Kyle Schwarber's major-league-leading 39th home run sent Philadelphia to another win, erasing a four-run deficit in the bottom of the ninth inning Sunday to cap their ninth straight victory against the Cardinals.

Labor Outlook

Commissioner Rob Manfred offered a calm tone on the league's next CBA negotiations, saying they plan to play in 2027 amid uncertainty about labor talks.